LA Lakers vs Houston Rockets Prediction and Betting Tips

There are six games scheduled for Sunday, including Lakers vs Houston Rockets confrontation. It is the first meeting of the season between the teams, with the Lakers and Rockets splitting last season’s series 2-2. While this season’s Lakers have improved under coach JJ Redick, the Rockets sit in second place in the Western Conference standings.

LeBron James and company have been playing well lately, with seven wins in their last 10 games. The Lakers are also looking to extend their winning streak to three and possibly move up to fourth place in the West.

Meanwhile, the Rockets are trying to survive injuries to Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason. Smith has been ruled out for four to six weeks due to a hand injury, while Eason is dealing with a leg injury.

LA Lakers vs Houston Rockets game details and odds

The Lakers-Rockets game is scheduled to take place at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas at 7:00 pm EST. It will be available on local channels SportsNet Los Angeles and Space City Home Network in Houston.

Fans can also watch via live stream on NBA League Pass and FuboTV, which are paid subscriptions.

Money line: Lakers (+180) vs. Rockets (-218)

Spread: Lakers +5 (-110) vs. Rockets -5 (-110)

Total (O/U): Lakers o218.5 (-110) vs. Rockets u218.5 (-110)

Betting Tips for LA Lakers vs Houston Rockets

Anthony Davis was fantastic in the LA Lakers’ win over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday, but he only scored 18 points. Davis has an over/under of 24.5 points against the Houston Rockets. They are favorites to score at least 25 points, something they have accomplished twice in their last three games. Bet on AD to top 24.5 on Sunday.

LeBron James is averaging 24.1 points per game this season and has an over/under of 22.5 points. James is the favorite to sink despite consecutive 30-point games. Don’t worry about the odds and put your money on “The King” to get at least 23 points.

Alperen Sengun has been the Rockets’ best player this season, averaging 18.9 points per game. Sengun is the favorite to go under 20.5 points, which isn’t a bad bet as he has scored 21 points or more just twice in his last seven games.

Jalen Green has the same over/under as his teammate with 20.5 points against the LA Lakers. Green is expected to go down, but it might be okay to take a chance and bet on him scoring at least 21 points. He has surpassed 20.5 points three times in his last five games.